1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chevette | Velox |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
